Visit Maryland Heights announces a comprehensive list of the best holiday events in the Maryland Heights area for 2017.

Maryland Heights, MO -- (ReleaseWire) -- 12/18/2017 -- Visit Maryland Heights announces a comprehensive list of the best holiday events in the Maryland Heights area for 2017. With the holidays just around the corner, many folks are looking for the best places and events to spend time with friends and family. There will be events hosted at a number of locations, including Westport Plaza, The Playhouse at Westport, Companion Bakery, O'Fallon Brewery, and Hollywood Casino.

Visit Maryland Heights is an organization aimed at promoting all of the wonderful events and amenities that the city of Maryland Heights has to offer. Maryland Heights was incorporated in 1985 and has since grown to become a prominent suburb of the St. Louis metropolitan area. Maryland Heights is home to over 27,000 residents making it a great place to live, work, and visit. Maryland Heights is home to over 1600 businesses and almost 4,000 hotel rooms. The region also boasts several parks and places of interests including Creve Coeur Lake, Westport Plaza, and the Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre.

This year Visit Maryland Heights would like to announce the best upcoming holiday events in the area. The holiday season kicks off with Santa visiting Westport Plaza on Saturday, December 2nd from 10am-Noon. The event will take place on the second floor of the Indoor Mall. The holiday celebrations at Westport Plaza continue with carriage rides on Saturdays from 6:30-9:30 p.m. throughout the month of December all wrapping up with a spectacular New Year's Eve event. Companion Bakery is also hosting a breakfast with Santa on Saturday December 17th full of delicious food and Christmas fun.

If you're looking for a way to end the year with a bang, don't miss the Boot Scootin' New Years Eve party at Hollywood Casino on December 31st. Enjoy drinks, live music, a live DJ, and a midnight toast, while bringing in the New Year with all of your friends. Learn more about these holiday activities and more online or in the Maryland Heights monthly newsletter.

Visit Maryland Heights:
542, West Port Plaza Drive Maryland Heights, MO 63043

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Retro Style & Vintage Retailers Showcase and Sell Their Creations June 25 & 26, 2016

St. Louis, MO -- (ReleaseWire) -- 05/10/2016 -- Westport Plaza brings more than 80 of the region's best vintage artisans and retro retailers to a one-of-a-kind shopping event this summer.

The third annual Vintage Bliss Market takes over the village at Westport Plaza, Saturday, June 25 and Sunday, June 26. Customers can shop for vintage, antique, handmade and repurposed goods from a variety of vendors specially selected for the quality, style and charm of their items.

The market runs from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. on Saturday, June 25 and from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Sunday, June 26. The first 100 attendees on Saturday and the first 50 attendees on Sunday will receive a free tote bag from Westport Plaza. The line for tote bags will start in the front of the plaza near the St. Louis Bread Company. Bags will be distributed beginning at 10 a.m. and they are available for adults and children.

Admission to the Vintage Bliss Market is free.

More than 80 vendors will be selling everything from decorative items, home furnishings and fabrics to jewelry, clothing and art – all created with a vintage aesthetic. Beyond shopping, event activities include live music, prize giveaways, workshops, face painting, balloon art and food and drink from local purveyors and Westport Plaza's restaurants.

Westport Plaza is centrally located at 111 Westport Plaza near the intersection of I-270 and Page Ave. Plenty of free parking is available on the Westport Plaza lots surrounding the Village.

"We are very selective about the quality of retailers and artisans invited to participate in the Vintage Bliss Market," said Emily Lewis of Westport Plaza. "All of the items sold on site are going to fit with the market's vintage theme which is exciting for shoppers who can find so many one-of-a-kind, vintage, antique and repurposed items all in one place."

Live music will entertain shoppers during the market. The band schedule is:

Saturday, 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. The Gaslight Squares
Saturday, 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. Miss Jubilee and the Humdingers
Sunday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. The Breakfast Boys

To view photos from last year's event, visit http://www.westportstl.com where you also can sign up for the plaza's e-news to stay up to date on events. Be sure to share your own photos of the market on social media using #VintageBliss2016 and #westportstl. Please note this event will take place rain or shine.

For more information about the Vintage Bliss Market, visit http://www.westportstl.com or contact Westport Plaza at 314-576-7100, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m.

MEDIA NOTES: For interviews or additional information, contact Mary Hendron or Nancy Milton at Insight PR St. Louis, 314-962-6400 or Insight@InsightRocks.com. Images of the market are available along with the 2016 logo.

About Vintage Bliss
The region's best vintage artisans and retro retailers come together in this one-of-a-kind shopping event! Customers can shop for vintage, antique, handmade and repurposed goods from a variety of vendors specially selected for the quality and charm of their items. Vendors will be selling everything from decorative home items to jewelry, clothing and art – all created with a vintage aesthetic. Beyond shopping, event activities include live music, prize giveaways, workshops, face painting, balloon art and food and drink from local purveyors and Westport Plaza's restaurants.

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Go Ape Creve Coeur Park Opens April 2

Maryland Heights, MO -- (ReleaseWire) -- 03/29/2016 -- Residents and visitors to the St. Louis area will get back to monkeying around when Go Ape, the nation's premier Treetop Adventure company, opens its Treetop Adventure Course in Creve Coeur Park on April 2, 2016 for its fourth season.

Go Ape Treetop Adventure Courses inject fun and exhilaration into everyday life by giving guests the unique opportunity to experience the park from an otherwise unobtainable vantage point. The course provides two to three hours of challenge and fun for anyone who wants some excitement but doesn't want to travel far to get it.

Just a short ride from downtown St. Louis, the course features include:

- 5 zip lines for a total of 2,610 feet of exhilaration!
- 2 Tarzan swings, a series of rope ladders, bridges, spider's webs and trapezes
- 34 obstacles situated 40 feet up in the forest canopy
- The first skateboard zip line in the Midwest
- Unique views of one of the most visited parks in St. Louis County

"Seeing Creve Coeur Park from 40 feet in the air is truly amazing," says Go Ape Managing Director Dan D'Agostino. "And while that might sound intimidating, pushing yourself outside your usual comfort zone just to see the views of the park is extremely rewarding."

Developed through a partnership with St. Louis Department of Parks and Recreation, the course is designed to allow for a wide variety of skill levels, offering a balanced mixture of challenge and fun.

As part of the partnership Go Ape Treetop Adventure courses support the park and local communities in which they are based by taking part in park cleanups, non-native invasive plant removal, and by donating free and discounted tickets to undeserved and special needs groups. Last year, Go Ape donated more than $1.1 million in free and reduced-price tickets to local community groups.

Reservations are recommended through http://www.goape.com

Physical Location
Go Ape Creve Coeur Park
13219 Streetcar Drive
Maryland Heights, MO 63043

For directions, visit: http://goape.com/zip-line/missouri-creve-coeur-park

VISIT US
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About Go Ape!
A Go Ape Treetop Adventure Course is an outdoor experience that provides participants 2-3 hours of outdoor fun and exercise. The result is spectacular. The course allows participants to explore the park from an otherwise unobtainable vantage point while navigating through the treetops using zip lines, obstacles and tarzan swings.

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THE NEW YORK TIMES says a “First-person, funny domestic tales and retro stand-up comedy based on The New York Times best-seller.” TICKETS ON SALE NOW

Maryland Heights, MO -- (ReleaseWire) -- 03/18/2016 -- The Off-Broadway hit comedy Men Are From Mars - Women Are From Venus LIVE!, is a one-man fusion of theatre and stand-up, and is a light-hearted theatrical comedy based on the New York Times #1 best-selling book of the last decade by John Gray. Moving swiftly through a series of vignettes, the show covers everything from dating and marriage to the bedroom.

This show will play Friday, April 1 through Sunday, April 17 at the Westport Playhouse in St. Louis, 635 Westport Plaza, near I-270 and Page.

Tickets are on sale now at Metrotix at http://www.metrotix.com/events/detail/mars-venus. For more information, click on the above URL or call Metrotix at 314-534-111 or 1-800-293-5949.

Men Are From Mars – Women Are From Venus LIVE! is more than just the book.

This hysterical show will have couples elbowing each other all evening as they see themselves on stage. Sexy and fast paced, this show is definitely for adults, but will leave audiences laughing and giggling like little kids!

When Mars and Venus collide, the adventures are earth-shatteringly hysterical. It's a great recipe for a night out: a little storytelling blended with some comedy and a dash of sage wisdom from the book. A delicious evening of entertainment!

Since being published in 1992, John Gray's "Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus," exploring the differences between the sexes, has sold in excess of 50 million copies, been translated into 40 different languages and is one of the most recognizable titles in the world. Gray has written 17 books and become one of the most trusted relationship authors today, appearing on the national lecture circuit and on such TV shows as "Good Morning America" and "Oprah".

About Emery Entertainment
Producer, St. Louis-based Emery Entertainment has produced or promoted thousands of events around the globe, including superstar attractions Blue Man Group, David Copperfield and James Taylor.

The talented team assembled for this production continues with the award winning playwright Eric Coble, direction by Broadway veteran Mindy Cooper, and animation & video production by the talented animators at Bazillion Productions.

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St. Louis, MO -- (ReleaseWire) -- 02/04/2016 -- Companion's long awaited relocation of its headquarters is officially open. After spending 23 years in South St. Louis, Companion moved into a 41,000 square foot building located at 2331 Schuetz Road in Maryland Heights. The facility sits on 4.5 acres dubbed as the "Companion Campus". Josh Allen, founder and owner said "we are super excited about this next chapter for Companion". "Our campus houses the bread baking operations, a state of the art baking school, private event space and our third cafe, which opens today!"

The 70-seat cafe serves breakfast and lunch and has a full service coffee bar with retail to-go. Cafe hours are Monday-Friday, 6am-3pm and Saturday-Sunday from 7am-3pm. The "Early Bird Outlet", a neighborhood favorite and cornerstone of the South St. Louis operation, is also going to be a big part of the West STL Cafe. Traditional and specialty breads are sold by the pound and will feature other baked goods, sweets and merchandise 7 days a week - available only at the West STL Outlet.

The Teaching School is set to open late April. Chef Cassy Vires has been hired to head up the school which features a combination of baking and cooking classes. Classes will be scheduled five days/nights a week with curriculum for the serious home baker, professionals, kids and families. "Cassy brings an incredible level of professionalism along with an easy, approachable demeanor – exactly the kind of culinary talent we wanted to find to lead our Teaching Kitchen," Allen said. "She joins a team that already includes nationally acclaimed chef, Josh Galliano, and culinary instructors Price Barrett and George Guthier."

About Companion
Josh Allen started Companion in 1993 at the age of 24 with a clear vision: create wholesome and delicious European breads with simple ingredients. 23 years later, Companion has stayed true to its sustainable business model by focusing on what Allen refers to as the 4C's – companions, customers, community and company.

- Companion operates three cafes – the Ladue Cafe, Clayton Cafe and West STL Cafe.

- Companion was awarded the "Industry Leadership Award" by Modern Baking Magazine, and recognized by USA Today as one of the top "10 Great Places for Artisan Bread" in the US.

Other Companion accolades from St. Louis' publications have been:

- Best Bread, Favorite Bakery, Best Cafe, FEAST Top-50, Best Bagels and more.

- Customers can find Companion products in grocery stores, neighborhood restaurants or one of their signature cafes.

For more information visit CompanionBaking.com

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Organizers expect to attract hundreds to inaugural event.

Maryland Heights, MO -- (ReleaseWire) -- 01/21/2016 -- Come spring of next year, Creve Coeur Park will play host to hundreds of competitors in the inaugural run of the only Olympic-length triathlon in St. Louis County on one of the fastest, flattest courses anywhere in the Midwest.

"It is a wonderful venue tailor-made for an event like this," said Thomas Wombacher, marketing and sales director of MSE Racing, which is organizing the First Annual St. Louis Triathlon. "We're hoping everyone with an interest will come out to achieve their own personal best."

Boasting water buoys every 100 meters, a redesigned transition bike racking system, closed highway lanes, and the honor of being the first USAT Para-friendly sanctioned event, participants are in for an exciting race. Slated for May 22, 2016, the USAT-sanctioned event will include a standard Olympic-style 1,500 meter swim followed by a 24.8 mile biking course through the picturesque Missouri river valley in Maryland Heights before participants embark on a 10k run along trails encircling the lake itself.

Competitors, who must be 14 years or older, will be divided into appropriate age groups and participants may race as part of a relay team or do the event solo. Athena and Clydesdale divisions for athletes in those traditional weight classes will also be available.

For those interested in an abbreviated version of the course, there is a "sprint" option that will feature a half-length of each leg of the course.

"The St. Louis Triathlon has modalities perfect for beginners or veterans," Wombacher said. "Whether this is your first competition or you've been racing for years, this is your opportunity to participate."

It will also be a great time for those who are not in the race. Cheer spots will be available for family and friends to make some noise and urge on their favorite competitor. Food trucks will be on hand to offer refreshments for spectators while a DJ provides great music against the backdrop of beautiful Creve Coeur Lake. There will be plenty of engaging activities to occupy kids and adults alike.

"It's fun for the whole family," Wombacher said.

At packet pick up the day before the race, there will be t-shirts, logoed beer glasses and other swag for participants.

Awards will be given for the top three finishers in each division. Everyone who completes the course will receive a medal of recognition for the accomplishment.

The cost for entry is $90 for those who register early. Competitors in the sprint event can get a spot for $80. Relay team registration is $250. These early-bird registration rates are valid only until Jan. 1 so participants are encouraged to reserve a spot quickly.

In a special arrangement, MSE Racing will be partnering with Hollywood Casino St. Louis to offer special room rates for participants on spacious accommodations in their luxurious hotel at 777 Casino Center Drive less than three miles from the lakeshore.

As always, volunteers are welcome to help make the event a success.

To register, volunteer or check out details, rules and further information on the First Annual St. Louis Triathlon, visit on the web at http://www.stlouistriathlon.com. Information seekers can also email radams@mseracing.com or contact organizers by phone at 636-698-4124.

Those who visit on the web can also sign up for free email updates on the triathlon or keep up with news by connecting with MSE Racing on social media through Facebook or Twitter.

About MSE Racing
MSE Racing is a new local venture headed by race directors Richard Adams, Paul Wilkerson, and marketing and sales director Thomas Wombacher to promote the sport of triathlon in the St. Louis area.

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St. Louis, MO -- (ReleaseWire) -- 08/19/2015 -- Adding to its high-profile position in the Midwestern fashion industry, Missouri Style Week's third year takes to the road, expanding its St. Louis runway events to include an opening night in Columbia, the state's fourth largest metropolitan area.

With all the glitz and glamour that Style Week goers have come to expect, the three-day event kicks off at Columbia's Plaza Event Center at Parkade. Festivities move to St. Louis's magnificent Westport Plaza for fashion extravaganzas on both Friday, Aug. 28 and Saturday, Aug. 29. Closing night will feature celebrity guest, Emmy Award-nominated costume designer Rita McGhee, who "dresses" the cast on the Fox hit series, "Empire." She will also serve as a judge at the event's first ever $10,000 Design Challenge, sponsored by Bates & Associates Architects, an award-winning Missouri design firm.

Co-founders Kristy Lee and Cillah Hall opened up the event to give Missouri designers a broader opportunity to showcase their designs across the state. The goal is to reach the masses while supporting Missouri designers and providing opportunities for the public to share in a high-end fashion experience.

Celebrity designers include Eddie Guerrero of Venezuela and Puerto Rico, a world class, innovative fashion designer who has worked with some of the biggest names in music, design and the fashion industry. "We will have several international and celebrity designers who are mentors and inspiration to the emerging and local designers who work alongside them," Hall said. "It's an exciting and rewarding experience for everyone."

About Missouri Style Week
Missouri Style Week is produced by the "Gazelle STL" and "Gazelle West" magazines team. For more information, visit http://www.gazellestl.com. Missouri Style Week tickets are $50 for VIP front row seating; $37.50 for VIP second row seating. General admission is free. For tickets, schedule lineup and more information, visit missouristyleweek.com. If interested in becoming a vendor at either location, email info@missouristyleweek.com.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS and DESIGNER LINEUP

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 26 (COLUMBIA) - 6 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.
- Shopping, Red Carpet, Entertainment, Mingling, Hors D'oeuvres for Front Row Guests
- 8:00 p.m. (runway)

BOUTIQUE SPOTLIGHT SHOW
MUSE CLOTHING
SWANK BOUTIQUE
DESIGNERS
NASHELI JULIANA
KARA HENRY
KECHENA DESIGNS
JAER CABAN (COLUMBIA COLLECTION)
RICHARD COTTO (COLUMBIA COLLECTION)

FRIDAY, AUG. 28 (ST. LOUIS) - 6 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.
- Shopping, Red Carpet, Entertainment, Mingling, Hors D'oeuvres for Front Row Guests
- 8:00 p.m. (runway)

EMERGING DESIGNERS
EMILY HORNER (2015 STEPHENS COLLEGE GRAD)
AARON CONWAY (MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY SENIOR)
BARBARA BULTMAN (LINDENWOOD UNIVERSITY 2015 GRAD)
SEASONED DESIGNER LINEUP
RICHARD COTTO (ST. LOUIS COLLECTION)
ALEXIS COOK
ABAYA DAKE
FELIA DAVENPORT
JAER CABAN

SATURDAY, AUG. 29 - 6 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.
- Shopping, Red Carpet, Entertainment, Mingling, Hors D'oeuvres for Front Row Guests

DESIGN CHALLENGE SHOWCASE, BROUGHT TO YOU BY BATES & ASSOCIATES ARCHITECTS -
Designers will present creations based on their chosen local, regional, national or global landmark.
The $10,000 prize package winner will be announced at the end of the night.
- 8:00 p.m. (runway)

EMERGING DESIGNERS LINEUP
DILLAN WATSON (MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY SENIOR)
KARA HENRY (STEPHENS COLLEGE 2015 GRAD)
SHERMONDA GREEN (LINDENWOOD UNIVERSITY 2015 GRAD)
SEASONED DESIGNER LINEUP
TIFFANY RAE
IHEARTFINK
RACHEL FRANK
NASHELI JULIANA (ST. LOUIS COLLECTION)
EDDIE GUERRERO

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Maryland Heights, MO -- (ReleaseWire) -- 07/28/2015 -- We would like to show our appreciation and honor our local Police Officers and Fireman. The Comfort Inn St. Louis - Westport will be hosting a complimentary Waffle Breakfast on Monday, August, 24, 2015 from 6:30 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. 

The breakfast will be located in Spazio's in the Comfort Inn at 12031 Lackland Rd. For more information please contact Angie Duraski at 314-590-5655.

About Choice Hotels
Choice Hotels International, Inc.® is one of the world's largest lodging companies. With more than 6,300 hotels franchised in more than 35 countries and territories, we represent more than 500,000 rooms around the globe. As of March 31, 2015, 615 hotels were in our development pipeline. Our company's Ascend Hotel Collection®, Cambria® hotels & suites, Comfort Inn®, Comfort Suites®, Sleep Inn®, Quality®, Clarion®, MainStay Suites®, Suburban Extended Stay Hotel®, Econo Lodge® and Rodeway Inn® brands provide a spectrum of lodging choices to meet guests' needs. With more than 23 million members and counting, check out our Choice Privileges® rewards program to see how you can reap the benefits of being a member of the Choice Hotels® family.

Visit us at http://www.choicehotels.com for more information.

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Opening Marks a New Level of Service and Guest Comfort in the St. Louis Market Highlights Brand’s Expansion in the State of Missouri

Maryland Heights, MO -- (ReleaseWire) -- 06/25/2015 -- To serve the growing number of visitors traveling to the Maryland Heights area, La Quinta Inns & Suites announces the opening of the new La Quinta Inn & Suites™ – St. Louis Airport-Riverport located at 13615 Riverport Drive. Whether traveling for business or leisure, this new three-story hotel offers guests a refreshing and engaging experience providing 120 beautifully appointed guest rooms, meeting space, an onsite business and fitness center and an indoor swimming pool. Complimentary Bright Side Breakfast® is served each morning and high-speed Internet access is always free at all La Quinta hotels.

"We welcome the La Quinta Inn & Suites –St. Louis Airport-Riverport. Increased travel to the region has created a demand for high-quality, affordable hotels especially for business travelers," remarked Rajiv Trivedi, Chief Development Officer at La Quinta. "With more than 850 locations nationwide, La Quinta delivers an outstanding product and guest experience. This new opening demonstrates the continued growth of the La Quinta brand through its strong franchise program."

Conveniently located, the La Quinta Inn & Suites – St. Louis Airport-Riverport is within minutes of Earth City, St. Charles and Westport. It offers easy access to Hollywood and Ameristar Casinos, Dave & Buster's, Hollywood Casino Amphitheater, St. Louis Outlet Mall, historic St. Charles and much more. It is also near other businesses such as United Health Care, Charter, Federal-Mogul Corporation, American Family Insurance, Elsevier Inc., and Magellan Health Services.

This hotel participates in La Quinta Returns® frequent guest program that offers members free nights and other great rewards, fast. Points are earned for every dollar spent on eligible rates at La Quinta hotels or on purchases made with the La Quinta Returns Visa® Card. As a member, you can redeem points for free nights at La Quinta as well as our world-class resort hotel partners, airline miles/points toward free travel and gift cards/certificates for shopping, dining and entertainment at over 100 national and local restaurants and retailers. Guests can enroll at http://www.LQ.com/Returns, the front desk of any La Quinta hotel or by calling 800-RETURNS (800-738-8767).

About La Quinta
La Quinta Holdings Inc. is a leading owner, operator and franchisor of select-service hotels primarily serving the upper-midscale and midscale segments. The Company's owned and franchised portfolio consists of more than 870 hotels representing over 86,000 rooms located in 47 U.S. states, Canada, Mexico and Honduras. These hotels operate under the La Quinta Inn & Suites™, La Quinta Inn™, and LQ Hotel™ brands. La Quinta's team is committed to providing guests with a refreshing and engaging experience.

For more information or to make a reservation, visit: http://www.LQ.com or call 314-209-0001.

Media Contacts:
Harshil Patel
405-606-7400
harshil@championhotels.com

Teresa Ferguson
214-492-6937
teresa.ferguson@laquinta.com

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Retro Style Rocks at Second Annual Shopping Event June 20 & 21, 2015

Maryland Heights, MO -- (ReleaseWire) -- 06/05/2015 -- Westport Plaza brings the region's best vintage artisans and retro retailers to a one-of-a-kind shopping event this summer.

The second annual Vintage Bliss Market takes over the village at Westport Plaza, Saturday, June 20 and Sunday, June 21. Customers can shop for vintage, antique, handmade and repurposed goods from 60+ vendors specially selected for the quality, style and charm of their items.

The market runs from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. on June 20 and from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. on June 21. The first 150 attendees on Saturday will receive a free tote bag from Westport Plaza. Admission to the Vintage Bliss Market is free.

Vendors will be selling everything from decorative items, home furnishings and fabrics to jewelry, clothing and art – all created with a vintage aesthetic. Beyond shopping, event activities include live music, prize giveaways, workshops, face painting, balloon art and food and drink from local purveyors and Westport Plaza's restaurants. Live music schedule includes Miss Jubilee & the Humdingers Saturday 10am - 1:30pm, Dawn Weber Group Saturday 2pm - 6pm and Those Guys Sunday 10am - 3pm.

Westport Plaza is centrally located at 111 Westport Plaza near the intersection of I-270 and Page Ave. Plenty of free parking is available on the Westport Plaza lots surrounding the Village.

"The Vintage Bliss Market is a unique event for the St. Louis region," said Emily Lewis of Westport Plaza. "Shoppers are excited to find so many one-of-a-kind, vintage, antique and repurposed items in one place. We are very selective about the quality of retailers and artisans invited to participate in the market so items sold on site are going to fit with the market's vintage theme."

For more information about the Vintage Bliss Market, visit http://www.westportstl.com or contact Westport Plaza at 314-576-7100.

For interviews or additional information, contact Mary Hendron or Nancy Milton at Insight PR St. Louis, 314-962-6400 or Insight@InsightRocks.com. Images of the 2014 market are available along with the 2015 logo.

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Maryland Heights, MO -- (ReleaseWire) -- 05/19/2015 -- STAGES St. Louis takes you on a feline adventure in Disney's The Aristocats this June 3-28 at the Playhouse at Westport Plaza in Maryland Heights. With an unforgettable mix of colorful characters, amusing antics, and swingin' music, this modern version of the familiar Disney classic is just purrrrrr-fect for the entire family.

Walt Disney based the 1970 animated film on a story about a mother cat and her kittens by Tom McGowan and Tom Rowe. The 20th animated feature in the Disney Animated Film series, The Aristocats marks the final film project Walt Disney himself personally approved and the studio's first animated film fully produced after Disney's death in 1966. The creative team assembled many recognizable actors from previous Disney films as well as current television personalities to voice the charismatic cast of characters, including Eva Gabor (Green Acres), Phil Harris (Baloo in The Jungle Book), Sterling Holloway (Winnie the Pooh), and French entertainer Maurice Chevalier even came out of retirement to sing the title song. The production gained positive reviews on first release and remains to this day a timeless treasure in the Disney canon.

Disney's delightful tale transports you to Paris where Thomas O'Malley, a smooth-talking tomcat, and his rag-tag bunch of Alley Cats spring to the rescue of cat-napped Duchess and her Aristokittens. What happens next is anyone's guess! With songs like "The Aristocats," "Scales and Arpeggios," and "Ev'rybody Wants to Be a Cat," you'll be clapping your paws and wagging your tail to our hep, jazzy beat!

David Schmittou returns to STAGES and to the role of Thomas O'Malley, which he previously played in STAGES' 2010 production of Disney's The Aristocats. Other STAGES credits include the 2012 production of The Sound of Music and the 2009 production of The Drowsy Chaperone. During the past year, Schmittou has performed in many regional productions, including Side by Side by Sondheim, West Side Story, and Lend Me A Tenor.

April Strelinger also returns to STAGES, where she was last seen as Merryweather in STAGES' 2014 production of Disney's Sleeping Beauty. A familiar face with St. Louis audiences, Strelinger also appeared at The Muny last summer in their productions of Seussical and Hello, Dolly! Off-Broadway and regional roles include Best Foot Forward, The Last Five Years, and Man of La Mancha.

Rounding out the cast in alphabetical order are Stephen Barnowski (Hep Cat/Vichy), Craig Blake (Scat Cat/Lafayette), Michele Burdette Elmore (Madame/Amelia), John Flack (Edgar), Erik Keiser (Wacky Cat/Napoleon), Maria Knasel (Marie), Laurie McConnell (Roquefort/Abigail), Alex Meuret (Berlioz), and Ronan Ryan (Toulouse).

The creative team for the production includes: Michael Hamilton (Direction), Ellen Isom (Choreography), Justin Smolik (Musical Direction), James Wolk (Scenic Design), Garth Dunbar (Costume Design), Matthew F. McCarthy (Lighting Design), Stuart M. Elmore (Orchestral Design).

- Complete biographical information is listed on STAGES' website at www.StagesStLouis.org

Single tickets are on sale now and prices range from $19 - $23. Price includes pre-show activities one hour prior to start of the show presented by STAGES' Pre-Show Entertainment Partner, Dave & Buster's. The STAGES Theatre for Young Audiences productions perform at the Playhouse at Westport Plaza located at 635 Westport Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63146. For more information or to purchase tickets call 314-821-2407 or visit www.StagesStLouis.org.

STAGES St. Louis is the region's foremost not-for-profit company committed to preserving and advancing the art form of Musical Theatre through excellence in performance and education. In 2015, STAGES celebrates its 29th year of producing Broadway-quality theatre, presenting 144 performances from May through October to nearly 50,000 patrons, during its mainstage season.

STAGES would like to thank Corporate Sponsor Emerson, Educational Sponsor Lindell Bank, Production Sponsor Susan M. Hale, and Outreach Sponsors Sakiyama Family Foundation and Elizabeth Green.

STAGES ST. LOUIS is grateful for the support of the Regional Arts Commission, and has been funded in part by the Arts & Education Council. In addition, financial assistance has been provided by the Missouri Arts Council.

Media Partners: 103.3 KLOU, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, KSDK News Channel 5, and St. Louis Magazine.

New York Casting is done by Scott Wojcik and Gayle Seay of Wojcik/Seay Casting.
Interviews are available with the cast and/or director based on availability.
Production photos are available upon request.
Performance Schedule follows on the next page.

Disney's THE ARISTOCATS
The Playhouse at Westport Plaza
Performance Schedule
June 3 – June 28, 2015

Wednesday June 3 11:00 AM
Thursday June 4 11:00 AM
Friday June 5 11:00 AM
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Go Ape Creve Coeur Opens for the Season April 4, 2015

Maryland Heights, MO -- (ReleaseWire) -- 03/24/2015 -- Go Ape, a highly interactive treetop adventure course, will be opening for its 3rd season on April 4 in Creve Coeur Park. Go Ape offers St. Louis area residents and visitors a unique outdoor experience that encourages them to let out their inner Tarzan and live life adventurously. Ranked the #1 attraction in Maryland Heights by Tripadvisor, the course boasts:

- 5 zip lines for a total of 2,624 feet of exhilaration!
- 2 Tarzan swings, a series of rope ladders, bridges, spider's webs and trapezes
- 39 obstacles situated 40 feet up in the forest canopy
- 2-3 hours of outdoor fun and exercise

Go Ape owner Dan D'Agostino is thrilled with the season opening: "Go Ape treetop adventure courses are ideal for friends and family outings, corporate team building and all other types of groups because it caters to all skill levels." The course was developed and continues to thrive through a partnership between St. Louis County Parks and Go Ape.

Go Ape Creve Coeur opens its ropes and zip lines on April 4. Rediscover the outdoors and welcome spring with an adventure!

Reservations are recommended through http://www.goape.com

Physical Location
13219 Streetcar Drive
Maryland Heights, MO 63043
For directions, visit: http://goape.com/zip-line/missouri-creve-coeur-park

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14th annual “Celebrate the World” International Arts Festival is coming to the Maryland Heights Centre.

Maryland Heights, MO -- (ReleaseWire) -- 02/10/2015 -- On Sunday, Feb. 22, the Maryland Heights Centre will be filled with the sounds, sights and smells of world cultures at the 14th annual "Celebrate the World" International Arts Festival. Admission and parking are free.

The event kicks off at noon with the "Parade of Nations" opening ceremony led by local scout troops and representatives of various countries. Two stages will feature live music and dance until 5 p.m. This year's lineup features a number of performers, including Los Flamencos, flamenco guitarist Gabie McGarrah, Meghan-Torno Irish Dancers, St. Louis Osuwa Taiko Drummers, Irish musicians Ian Walsh and Kevin Buckley and folk dancers from Soorya Performing Arts.

Artists will be on hand to share demonstrations of their crafts. Once again, the festival will offer an international marketplace, where vendors representing different nations will be selling jewelry, crafts, artwork, foods, and other original items.

Ranken Jordan Pediatric Bridge Hospital, the Saint Louis Art Museum and the St. Louis County Library will host special activities for youngsters and their parents in the children's area. Representatives from the Missouri Child Identification Program (MoCHIP) will also be available in the children's area to provide child identification kits.

Festival sponsors include the Maryland Heights Cultural Arts Commission, the Missouri Arts Council and the City of Maryland Heights.

For more information about the festival, including an event schedule, visit http://www.marylandheights.com/CTWinfo

If you have any questions concerning this release, please contact Alicia Gay at 314-738-2599.

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The 2015 “Tour of Gowns”is making a stop in Maryland Heights, MO on Saturday, January 17.

Maryland Heights, MO -- (ReleaseWire) -- 01/07/2015 -- Brides Against Breast Cancer http://www.bridesabc.org, and it's Nationwide Tour of Gowns is making a tour stop in Maryland Heights, MO on Saturday, January 17th at the Hollywood Casino. They are offering hundreds of new or gently worn bridal dresses, so that brides-to-be can find their dream gown at a greatly reduced cost and make a difference for breast cancer victims at the same time. The organization and its gown sales fund programs and services that are free to cancer patients and their families.

"Wedding gown sales are an important fundraising program for Brides Against Breast Cancer. Our organization makes it possible for future brides around the country to purchase wedding gowns at dramatic savings, and help those impacted by cancer and their families," said Amy Paulishak, Senior Vice President, Brides Against Breast Cancer, part of The Health Support Network, Inc.

About Brides Against Breast Cancer
Each year, Brides Against Breast Cancer takes its Nationwide Tour of Gowns event to more than 120 cities, hosting weekend bridal shows, selling gowns and accessories in all styles, sizes and price ranges. Discounted gown prices average around $600, and range from $99 to $1800! About 80 percent of the proceeds from the Nationwide Tour of Gowns – more than $2 million annually – support free programs and services for cancer patients and their caregivers.

Here's how you can help:

-If you have already said "I Do," donate your newer gown for a tax deduction.

-Volunteer at one of our gown shows or make a donation.

-Go online to http://www.bridesabc.org to register to attend a show and learn more.

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